Posts by Bridgeway Admin
Always Cold? Here’s Why
As we age, our metabolism slows down and we lose some of our fat. This can make us more sensitive to cold temperatures. But do you find yourself reaching for a sweater even when the heat is cranked up to 80 degrees? Do you notice you’re the only one shivering among a crowd of people?…
Read MoreLearn FAST and Save a Life
I was sitting with my grandma at a family wedding, chatting about her newest great-grandchild. Suddenly, Grandma started slurring her words. At first I thought she had simply gotten distracted, but when she repeated herself it sounded like she was gargling water. I asked her if she was okay, and she nodded and tried speaking…
Read MoreFeeling the Burn: Heartburn Triggers, Symptoms and Relief
Heartburn actually has nothing to do with the heart. It’s so called because of the burning sensations felt in the chest, but it is not related to heart health at all. Heartburn is a digestion problem. What causes heartburn? The stomach has strong gastric acids that break down the food you eat. The stomach has…
Read MoreWhat’s On Your Bucket List?
Do you have a bucket list? It’s a list of experiences or achievements you want to have or accomplish in your lifetime. Some common bucket list items are skydiving, running a marathon, or visiting all 50 states. But they don’t have to be spectacular, showy feats. You might want to create a list that will…
Read MoreTelemedicine: Pros and Cons (But Mostly Pros)
Visiting the doctor has taken on a whole new meaning with the rise of telemedicine, or virtual health care. While telemedicine is still in its infancy, experts predict it will explode in the next five years. But for those of us who have spent a lifetime visiting our doctors in their offices, virtual health care…
Read MoreWhen to Stop Driving
It’s a scary prospect for someone who has been driving for years. But at a certain point, it’s time to say goodbye to the car. Seventy is the new 50. Older drivers are keeping their licenses longer than they used to. They’re also involved in fewer fatal collisions than in the past. On the other…
Read MoreWhat is Autoimmune Disease?
Your immune system is a state of the art security network that monitors and protects your body from attack. The immune system detects infectious organisms and launches an attack called the immune response. The immune system does an excellent job keeping out harmful invaders. Sometimes, though, it gets confused and starts producing antibodies that attack…
Read MoreBeware this Medicare Fraud Scheme
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced last year that all Medicare ID numbers will transition from Social Security numbers to unique, randomly generated member IDs. This is a great idea that what will help prevent Medicare fraud and identity theft. Your coverage will not change or have any interruptions, and the new…
Read MoreOur February 2018, Assisted Living and Memory Care Calendar Is Here!
Our February Assisted Living & Memory Care Calendar is here!! Click on the link below to view and print! ALCalendar February 2018
Read MoreAerobic Exercise can Delay or Reduce Alzheimer’s Disease
A study published last week in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society links aerobic exercise to improvements in Alzheimer’s disease symptoms. The study was a meta-analysis that reviewed 19 previous studies on the effect of exercise on Alzheimer’s disease. The researchers found that aerobic exercise, in particular, has a “moderate favorable effect on cognitive…
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